Middle East, Rubio reposts Centcom video: ‘Hamas deprives Gaza civilians of aid’

Milan, 1 November (LaPresse) – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Hamas continues to seize humanitarian aid intended for civilians in Gaza since the ceasefire came into effect last month. Rubio shared footage from a drone released by US Central Command (Centcom) to support his claims, showing alleged Hamas operatives taking control of a truck carrying aid in northern Gaza. ‘Hamas continues to deprive the people of Gaza of desperately needed humanitarian aid,’ Rubio said. ‘This theft undermines international efforts to support President Trump’s 20-point plan to provide vital assistance to innocent civilians.’ ‘Hamas is the obstacle,’ he added. ‘They must lay down their arms and stop the looting so that Gaza can have a better future.’